Constraints of Livestock Marketing

Abstract

The study was conducted in North Kordofan State around El Obied area (ELAin community forest). The study aimed to come up with, and suggest solutions and recommendations, that can possibly help remove livestock marketing constraints. Primary data were collected using a questionnaire to obtain information from pastoral tribes such as Hawazma, Bederia, Messeria, Gawama and Fallata. Secondary data were collected from books, annual reports and scientific papers. The results showed that there are many constraints facing livestock marketing. These constraints are including insufficient water supplies, poor market structures and fluctuating prices, in addition to the fact that markets are seasonal. Continuous movement of pastoralists from one place to another affected livestock condition, livestock marketing and animals’ products since they don’t have daily permanent markets. Transportation facilities constitute the most serious limitation when selling animals and animal products. Moreover, diseases affect animal production and marketing. The study suggest that markets should be improved by government through availing animal services such as veterinary services and proper distribution of water points and transportation to markets should be provided through developing feeder roads.